6 Leading Pumpkin Patches in North Carolina

The Farmers' Daughter, Taylorsville, NC

During each Saturday in October, the Farmers' Daughter has tractor-pulled hayrides to the family-owned 107-acre farm where pumpkins can be chosen for $5/rider.

Whitaker Farms, Climax, NC

Whitaker Farms welcomes guests to picnic by the pond and visit its greenhouses, strawberry fields, and pumpkin patches.

Hill Ridge Farms, Youngsville, NC

Youngsville’s Hill Ridge Farms hosts a fall festival lasting until mid-November with activities including pumpkin picking, hayrides, petting zoo, train rides, gem mining, jumping pillow, giant slides, and more.

Vollmer Farm, Bunn, NC

During the autumn season, Vollmer Farm in Bunn offers pre-picked pumpkins, gourds, and mums, as well as pick-your-own pumpkins. They also have different activities such as kayaking, movies on the barn, a jumping pillow, a corn pit, pumpkin slingshots, a cow train, large playground areas, and more.

Sky Top Orchard, Flat Rock, NC

Though primarily known for growing more than 22 varieties of apples, Sky Top Orchard in Flat Rock also has pumpkins (and pumpkin doughnuts).

Red Wolf Farm, Maiden, NC

With a carnival maze, artisan village, and picnic barn, among other attractions, Red Wolf Farm has pick-your-own pumpkins for a fun yet affordable trip.

Key Insights at a Glance

• North Carolina has a variety of pumpkin patches to celebrate the season
• The Farmers' Daughter in Taylorsville offers tractor-pulled hayrides to pick pumpkins
• Whitaker Farms in Climax allows guests to picnic by the pond and visit greenhouses and pumpkin patches
• Hill Ridge Farms in Youngsville hosts a fall festival with activities like pumpkin picking and hayrides
• Vollmer Farm in Bunn offers pre-picked pumpkins and various activities like kayaking and pumpkin slingshots
• Sky Top Orchard in Flat Rock has pumpkins and pumpkin doughnuts in addition to apples
• Red Wolf Farm in Maiden has pick-your-own pumpkins and attractions like a carnival maze and picnic barn